Further, behavior management programs are designed
to maximize therapy time.

What is the difference
between a Speech Therapist(ST) and a Speech-Language Pathologist(SLP)?

An SLP is a highly trained specialist in
communication
who provides diagnostic evaluations and treatment to individuals who have been
diagnosed with communication disorders. A speech therapist has a
Bachelor's degree in speech therapy and may only practice in school. An
SLP may practice privately or in a clinic, hospital, school, nursing home or
rehabilitation center. Additionally, an SLP:

possesses a masters degree in Communication
Sciences & Disorders

may be credentialed by their national organization
American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) with a Certificate of
Clinical Competence (CCC). Certification is awarded to those who have
passed the national exam, completed a 9 month clinical fellowship year and
uphold the Code of Ethics set forth by ASHA.

CCC enables SLP's to supervise masters
level students and practicioners in their Clinical Fellowship Year

An SLP must be licensed by the state in
which their practicing. The state holds SLP'S to high standards of
professionalism.

What is a Graduate Student
Clinician?

An SLP who is credentialed by ASHA may be
supervising students who are acquiring hours to become an SLP. Some centers
offer students for therapy at a lower cost. Students are still enrolled in
their masters program and may be still taking classes. Students are
not paid.

What is a CFY?

An SLP in their Clinical Fellowship Year may be
compared to an intern. The SLP has already
graduated and possesses a masters degree, however, must still work under the
supervision of an SLP with CCC for 9 months.

At Holistic Therapy Solutions you can be sure
that you are being treated by a state licensed SLP. We do
not slip in students.